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Welcome to Mutiara Food & Market

Mutiara Food & Market is a hidden gem offering authentic Burmese and Malaysian cuisine in Inglewood. With a focus on Halal dishes, this family-owned restaurant provides a unique dining experience. Customers rave about the flavorful chicken biryani, mee goreng, and tea leaf salad. The fragrant biryani, soft nan bread, and delicious murtabak highlight the Southeast Asian flavors in their menu. Portions are generous, service is prompt, and the atmosphere is casual. A must-try for those craving traditional Burmese-Indian dishes in Los Angeles.

Mutiara Food & Market: Reviews & Ratings

Natalie T.
Natalie T.

Huge portions of amazing amazing amazing food!! The chicken biryani, the mee goreng, and the tea leaf salad were so flavorful. This meal was so good it felt emotionally healing

Cass W.
Cass W.

I am a foodie who does not write reviews very often. I found this place because of my Pa. I like the cooking style because it reminded me of my childhood days. Authentic Yangon Burmese food that represents past is hard to find even in L.A. My Pa likes Keema Pratha. My brother likes chicken Biryani. Mine is like Beef Korma(?). This beef is 3rd best for me. I will definitely be visiting more often.

J L.
J L.

Authentic Burmese-Indian food corner. Biryani is fragrant and seasoned with aromatic spices. Nan bread is soft and crisp with hearty yellow lentils dip. Jasmine Market in Culver City (another Burmese Deli Market) was closed and I happily stumbled upon this place. Apparently its the same founder, as its a challenge to find Burmese food in the Los Angeles area other than home cooking or through a Burmese temple. Must try!

Shahryar A.
Shahryar A.

Amazing Halal Burmese food. The mee goreng (fried noodles) is highly recommended here. You won't find better fried noodles anywhere in SoCal. It's an absolute delicious delicacy. They utilize traditional Southeast Asian flavors and ingredients. The meat used is very high quality, tender, juicy. It meets all the notes. I also thoroughly enjoy their murtabak (Arabic paratha), it's a nice appetizer--a shallow fried pastry flatbread filled with seasoned meat, onions, and a cracked egg. Adding to that, their portions sizes are big, so you will get a lot of food. I find the service to be very good. You can order ahead and they are very prompt in preparing the food in time. You will get piping hot fresh delicious Halal Burmese food and you will not regret it.

Dan S.
Dan S.

Mutiara is a small, family restaurant on la brea in downtown Inglewood. They serve burmese food which is difficult to find in los angeles. There is ample parking with meters. The interior is sparse, not fancy but clean You are served on Styrofoam plates but I came for the food not the ambiance. I ordered their signature dish, tea leaf salad which was just okay. The portion was small to average size. Also i.had their chicken curry which was tasty Mutiara is also a small market

Saif R.
Saif R.

I love this halal Malaysian-Burmese spot! Whenever I feel for mee goreng noodles, I always come here. The sauce that they give with it is amazing as well. Parking is a little annoying, but there's free parking at the backside of the restaurant and they also have a little grocery store with some snacks and noodles. The service is amazing as well, local owned Muslim family. Will definitely come back with friends and family.

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As a Malaysian, I'm so excited when I found out this restaurant! They have really decent Malaysian food and some grocery that you could rarely find in LA ;) The price is cheap and the people is nice. Highly recommend.

Jennifer B.
Jennifer B.

Hubbers and I were having some random conversation when he mentioned tea leaf salad out of the blue. Almost immediately, I had a craving for it. The problem is the number of Burmese eateries in the greater Los Angeles area is scarce, so it was a delight to find this place. Not too close from home, but close enough to drive. I reviewed their menu carefully and the two things I wanted seem to be only available on Saturdays and Sundays, so I waited for the weekend to come around before coming through. I walked in one Saturday afternoon and the only access to the menu is the one taped to the window. This is a good thing considering there's a pandemic raging throughout the country right now. The less touching one does, the better. FRIED CHICKEN: it is what it says except the spices they use to season the bird is pleasant. I tasted the middle eastern-Asian influence, it is nothing like the likes of a regular fried chicken I've had. These are entirely different, elevated to a different category. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, TONS of flavor. Me likey! MURTABAK: A few Yelpers recommended this, so I went for it. I honestly had NO idea what it is, but curiosity was gnawing at me a bit. I think I might like it with a bit of a crisp, but it really was delicious. The stuffing was fragrant and savory, and it stood on its own without the cabbage topping. Me likey this too! YELLOW CURRY (Chicken): Nothing out of the ordinary. I've had something similar and better somewhere else. The broth was a little watery and the sliced chicken pieces were all dry. This is going to be a hard pass for next time. RICE NOODLE FISH SOUP: Also known as Mohinga, considered by many to be the national dish of Myanmar. This didn't disappoint. Since the order was takeout, the noodles and other ingredients were separated from the fish soup. I put everything together as soon as I got home and YUUUUUMMMMM. There was this explosion of texture and flavor and came so hearty more especially during this cold weather SoCal is currently experiencing. Highly recommending this dish! (NOTE: This is one of two reasons I waited to come through on a weekend because it's not available during the week!) TEA LEAF SALAD: The other reason I wanted to come through on the weekend. The host reminded me to mix everything together thoroughly prior to eating. Did just that soon as I got home. Like the rice noodle fish soup, this had its own bursts of flavor and texture on a much different level. It had the main essence of the tea leaf salad I was craving. I loved it, it completely hit the craving spot! Highly recommending as well! (NOTE: I was told this may be available during the week - call to inquire.) FOOD: 4.5. SERVICE: 5. Everything was made to order, so prepare for a wait if you walk in. Best to call in your order and pick it up 20-30 minutes later. (I waited almost half hour for my food, but I didn't mind since I knew my food wasn't coming off a warmer. And I had some time.) VALUE: 4.5. More than fair. PARKING: Street and I learned there's parking in the back when I saw people coming through from there. OVERALL: 4.75. They have an aisle of grocery items. I wasn't familiar with most of them, but Lays potato chips seaweed flavor, WHAT?! Yeah, got a few items off those shelves, too... It was thoroughly a great first visit. I'm looking forward to coming back! I'm confident they'd score the 5th star then...

Location

Mutiara Food & Market is a hidden gem located in downtown Inglewood, CA, offering Malaysian and Halal cuisine that will leave your taste buds in awe. This family-owned restaurant not only serves authentic Burmese-Indian dishes but also provides a unique dining experience with their comforting atmosphere.

One standout feature of Mutiara Food & Market is their extensive menu, including favorites like chicken biryani, mee goreng, and tea leaf salad, all bursting with bold flavors and generous portions. Customers have raved about the fragrant biryani, crispy nan bread, and deliciously seasoned meats, making it a must-try for food enthusiasts seeking Southeast Asian delicacies.

The restaurant also caters to various dietary preferences with vegan and vegetarian options available. With amenities like street parking, free Wi-Fi, and gender-neutral restrooms, Mutiara Food & Market ensures a pleasant dining experience for all guests. Furthermore, their prompt service and attention to detail in preparing each dish guarantee a memorable meal every visit.

Overall, Mutiara Food & Market stands out for its commitment to delivering authentic, high-quality Halal Burmese cuisine in a casual and welcoming environment. Whether you're a fan of bold spices or crave comforting childhood favorites, this restaurant is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.